Apr. 20, 2017 1:12 PM PT2:12 PM MT3:12 PM CT4:12 PM ET20:12 GMT4:12 1:12 PM MST3:12 PM EST3:12 PM CT0:12 UAE (+1)16:12 ETNaN:� - Mack had his fifth-year contract option exercised by the Oakland Raiders on Thursday, presumably keeping him with the team through the 2018 season. Analysis: The AP Defensive Player of the Year for 2016, Mack had sacks in eight straight games during one stretch last season and finished with 11 - the All-Pro edge rusher's presence such that opponents sent multiple blockers his way but still didn't stop one of the NFL's elite defenders. He was part of 73 tackles, had his first career interception and touchdown, and forced five fumbles while recovering three.